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  • A to Z: Bulimia for Parents


    Learn about eating disorders and complications of negative thoughts about eating, food, and body image.

  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery for Teens


    There are several different types of weight loss surgeries. One type is gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy. Find out what's involved and who gets it in this article for teens.

  • A to Z: Hypertension, Primary for Parents


    Learn about types of high blood pressure and conditions that can affect the heart and blood vessels.

  • Bulimia for Parents


    People with the eating disorder bulimia often eat large amounts of food over short periods of time (binge eat). Then, they try to prevent weight gain by doing things like exercising too much or throwing up what they ate.

  • Bed-Sharing for Parents


    Bed-sharing increases the risk of sleep-related deaths, including SIDS. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends room-sharing without bed-sharing for the safest sleep environment.

  • Feeding Your Child Athlete for Parents


    All kids need to eat balanced meals and have a healthy diet. But should that balance change for kids who play on a sports team or work out?

  • A to Z: Obesity, Morbid for Parents


    Learn about causes and complications of obesity and morbid obesity.

  • When Can My Baby Start Eating Solid Foods? for Parents


    Find out what the experts have to say.

  • Boys and Puberty for Kids


    On the way to becoming a man, a boy's body will go through a lot of changes, including your body growing bigger, your voice changing, and hair sprouting everywhere. Find out more.

  • Puberty Basics for Teens


    Voice cracking? Clothes don't fit? Puberty can be a confusing time, but learning about it doesn't have to be. Read all about it.